Acetates
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Definition:
(1) Metallic salts derived from acetic acid by interaction of the metallic oxide, hydroxide, or carbonate with the acid; or the esters derived by interaction of alcohols with acetic acid which include the common esters of ethyl, propyl, isopropyl, butyl and amyl acetates, etc. (2) A generic name for cellulose acetate plastics, particularly for fibers thereof. When at least 92% of the hydroxyl groups are acetylated, the term triacetate may be used as the generic name of the fiber. (3) A compound containing the acetate group, CH3COO—.
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